Information Flashcards
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What is the primary purpose of a PIN on a bank card?
Answer: To authenticate the cardholder at ATMs and terminals
A PIN (Personal Identification Number) authenticates the legitimate cardholder during transactions.
What does 'overdraft' mean on a checking account?
Answer: Withdrawing more than the available balance
An overdraft occurs when withdrawals exceed the available balance, often incurring a fee.
What information does a transaction's 'value date' convey?
Answer: When funds become effective for interest or availability
The value date is when a transaction takes effect for interest calculation and fund availability.
What does the term 'beneficiary' refer to in a bank transfer?
Answer: The person or entity receiving the funds
The beneficiary is the recipient of the transferred money.
What is a 'direct debit'?
Answer: An authorized recurring withdrawal by a payee
A direct debit is a pre-authorized arrangement letting a payee collect recurring payments from an account.
What does 'KYC' stand for in banking compliance?
Answer: Know Your Customer
KYC (Know Your Customer) is the process banks use to verify client identity and prevent fraud.
What does the 'statement period' on a bank statement indicate?
Answer: The date range the statement covers
The statement period defines the start and end dates of the transactions shown.